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Discount Fabric
AllBrands.com
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Halloween Cards
With Sample Greetings
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Make your own Halloween greeting cards
or party invitations. These cards are easy and fun to create. Make it a
family project!
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Please read our Terms & Conditions before using our patterns.
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Refer to our free card instructions for information on card making, including
a list of basic supplies, techniques etc.
Supplies
Card Stock - The card stock was purchased in a large package at a chain craft store. It came as 8.5" x 11". I cut it down the center, widthwise, then folded
the cards. Each card measured 5.5" x 4.25". I purchased envelopes at a large discount paper supply warehouse.
Craft Paint - I used black and neon orange "Plaid Craft Paint" (see photo below). I also used watercolor pens to add detail. See our
free card instructions for examples of watercolor pens.
Paper for the greeting - I chose a nice resume quality paper for the interior greeting (also purchased in bulk at a paper warehouse).
Stamps - Large foam stamps
Double Sided Tape - (or glue)
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Instructions
Assemble your supplies
Brushes, craft paints, watercolor pens (or felt tip markers), double sided tape (or glue stick - I prefer double sided tape),
scissors, paper cutter (easier to cut a straight line than using scissors), paint tray, dish of water, paper towels, printed greetings, various
colors of card stock or construction paper.
Cut your cardstock and papers
Cut your card stock to the desired size for your cards. The finished size of my cards (when folded) was 4.25" x 5.5".
Once you know your card size, cut various colors of paper and card stock to use as decoration. Layering colors adds a nice touch, and helps
make your designs stand out.
Create the card front
Squeeze a bit of paint into your tray. Add just enough water to your brush to get it wet. Lay the brush on the paper towel to
soak up excess moisture. Dip your brush into the paint, then brush the paint onto the stamp. Stamp the image
onto your card stock or paper.
NOTE: Be sure to wash your stamp right away. Dish soap and water works well. Always clean
your stamps and brushes before putting them away.
While you are waiting for the paint to dry, attach layers
of colored paper or card stock to the card front. Experiment with the number of layers, colors, shapes etc. use double
sided tape or a glue stick to attach the layers together.
When the paint is dry, use the double sided tape (or glue) to adhere the painted piece to your card's front.
Greetings
I used "Microsoft Word" to create my Halloween greetings. I set the columns to "2", typed a greeting and then copied
and pasted it several times onto the page. "Scribble" and "Scratch" fonts are fun to use; there are several fonts that work well. Cut out your greeting,
attach it to a decorative piece of paper or card stock, then adhere it to the interior of your card.
CraftAndFabricLinks.com greeting (you are free to use):
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Witches, goblins, ghouls and more
Will come a-knocking at your door.
If you have some treats prepared,
There's no reason to be scared.
Have a fun Halloween!
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